US and UK launch new airstrikes on “multiple targets” in Yemen #news

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US officials have confirmed that warplanes from the USS Eisenhower aircraft carrier have carried out a second wave of airstrikes against Houthi targets in Yemen. British warplanes were also involved in the operation.

It’s the second wave of airstrikes in Yemen, which the US and UK say are retaliation for Houthi attacks on international shipping in the Red Sea.

The White House has insisted that airstrikes have been effective, despite continuing Houthi attacks on cargo ships.

The Houthis, who control part of Yemen and are backed by Iran, say their actions are in retaliation for Israel’s attack on Palestinians in Gaz